- (1) The writ of habeas corpus must be served upon the person to whom it is directed. If the writ is directed to a state institution, a copy of the writ must be served upon the attorney general. If the writ is directed to a county facility, a copy of the writ must be served upon the county attorney.
- (2) The writ must be served by the clerk of court, the sheriff, or any other person directed to do so by the court.
- (3) The writ must be served in the same manner as a summons in civil actions, except when otherwise expressly directed by the judge.
History: En. 95-2708 by Sec. 1, Ch. 196, L. 1967; R.C.M. 1947, 95-2708; amd. Sec. 240, Ch. 800, L. 1991.